Minnetrista Minnesota Map

About Minnetrista, Minnesota

Minnetrista is a locality in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,708. The population density is 125.8 people per km². Minnetrista is located at 44.9383°N, 93.7177°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55331.

Minnetrista unfolds across a landscape of rolling hills and shimmering lakes, a place where the sky feels vast and the air carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth. It lies 10.6 miles west-north-west of Chanhassen, MN (from Chanhassen, MN: bearing 300°T), and is situated 6.9 miles north-north-east of Waconia. The terrain, shaped by ancient glaciers, offers a gentle undulation, a soft topography that cradles small farms and clusters of homes. Here, the sunlight at the end of a summer day paints the western horizon with hues of apricot and rose, a quiet spectacle that marks the close of another day. The rhythm of life in Minnetrista is tied to these natural cycles, to the slow turning of seasons and the steady flow of water through its numerous waterways. The history of Minnetrista is a testament to the enduring spirit of its early settlers, who found fertile ground and abundant water, laying the foundation for a community built on agriculture and resourcefulness. Long before it was Minnetrista, the land was home to indigenous peoples, their presence a whisper in the rustling leaves and the call of waterfowl. The local economy, once dominated by farming and dairy, has broadened to embrace a more diversified approach, with small businesses and a growing appreciation for the natural beauty that draws visitors and new residents alike. The presence of Lake Minnetonka, a sprawling body of water with numerous bays and islands, has always been a defining feature, influencing the character and leisure activities of Minnetrista, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and quiet contemplation by its shores.

About This Minnetrista Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Minnetrista, Minnesota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.938296, -93.717741. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Minnetrista and Hennepin County.

Detailed location data for Minnetrista includes the ZIP code (55359), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of Hennepin County (Minneapolis), and school district assignment (Westonka Public School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Minnetrista is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.